Three Generations of Masonry. One Uncompromising Standard.

Brick masonry is one of the oldest and most trusted building methods in the world — and at Teknisk, we bring that timeless craft to modern commercial construction. We install full brick systems across a wide range of applications including single wythe, cavity wall, and brick veneer systems. Our team works with all standard and custom brick types, colours, and bond patterns, ensuring the finished product meets both the structural specifications and the architectural intent of every project. Whether it's a multi-storey commercial façade or an institutional building envelope, our bricklayers deliver clean coursework, consistent joint profiles, and a finish that reflects our standard of excellence.

Concrete masonry units (CMU) are the backbone of commercial and industrial construction — and Teknisk has the experience and crew to handle CMU scopes of any size. From load-bearing structural walls and foundation systems to non-load-bearing partition cores and fire-rated assemblies, we build to tight tolerances and exacting specifications. Our team is experienced with standard, split-face, and architectural CMU in a wide range of sizes and configurations. We understand the downstream impact that masonry delays have on a project schedule — so we show up, we stay on track, and we coordinate closely with the GC to keep the project moving.

Natural stone masonry adds a level of sophistication and permanence that no other material can match. Teknisk installs cut stone, fieldstone, river rock, ledgestone, and manufactured stone veneer for commercial facades, feature walls, monument signage, landscape features, and architectural accents. Every stone installation is approached with a craftsman's eye — careful material selection, precise setting, and meticulous joint work that makes the finished product look as though it grew from the ground itself. Whether the design calls for a sleek contemporary stone facade or a warm, textured natural finish, our team has the skill and experience to execute it to an impeccable standard.

Over time, mortar joints deteriorate — and when left unaddressed, water infiltration and structural compromise follow. Teknisk's restoration team specializes in tuckpointing, repointing, and full masonry restoration for commercial, institutional, and heritage structures. We carefully match mortar colour, composition, and profile to the existing masonry, ensuring a seamless, long-lasting repair that restores both the structural integrity and visual appeal of the building envelope. From localized joint repair to full-facade repointing programs, we assess every project thoroughly and execute with the same precision we bring to new construction.

Masonry retaining walls and hardscape elements are as much about engineering as they are about aesthetics. Teknisk constructs retaining walls in brick, block, and natural stone — built to structural specifications, properly drained, and designed to perform over the long term. Our hardscape work extends to exterior paving, steps, planters, courtyards, and site feature walls — all coordinated with the project's civil and landscape drawings to ensure every element is on-grade, on-spec, and built to last. We treat every exterior masonry element with the same standard of craftsmanship we apply inside the building envelope.

A great masonry scope starts with an accurate, well-thought-out estimate — and Teknisk delivers both. Our estimating team produces detailed material takeoffs and competitive tender packages that give GCs and owners confidence from the start. Once awarded, our project management approach keeps every scope on schedule through proactive planning, daily field communication, and tight coordination with the broader project team. We use real-time scheduling tools to track progress, flag issues early, and keep our crew aligned with the GC's master schedule. From your first call to the final deficiency walk, you'll have a dedicated point of contact who knows your project inside and out.

Older masonry structures — particularly unreinforced brick and concrete block buildings — are among the most vulnerable in a seismic event. Teknisk provides masonry seismic upgrade services for existing commercial and institutional buildings, working alongside structural engineers to reinforce walls, improve wall-to-floor and wall-to-roof connections, and bring aging masonry structures up to current code requirements. Whether it's anchoring unreinforced masonry to an internal lateral system, reinforcing parapets, or completing a phased upgrade program, our team understands the structural demands of seismic work and executes with the precision and care these projects require.